timbuktoo Africa 274d ago

Meet Joseph Phiri, a lecturer at MUBAS leading the development of a smart electricity meter designed for Malawi’s mini-grids. What began in 2021 with a small team of students at UniPod has grown into a breakthrough project , supported by an 11 million kwacha grant. For Joseph, this work is more than technology; it’s about leaving a mark and improving lives in rural communities across Malawi. From early prototypes to an improved version powered by new funding, his journey shows how passion, persistence, and innovation can light the way toward lasting impact.